Notes: Also earned letters in basketball (two), track (two) and baseball (one) as an Illinois prep. Redshirted in 2006 and did not play in '07. While serving as third-string QB in '08, saw limited action in three games and completed 5-of-8 pass attempts (62.5 percent) for 107 yards with zero touchdowns and one interception. Started all 13 games in '09 when he established a single-season school completions record by tossing 211-328-2,705-16-11 (64.3). Was the Unitas Golden Arm Award winner in '10 after passing 194-266-2,459-16-6 (72.9) in 13 starts. Wore a knee brace on his left knee. Team captain finished as UW's record holder for career completion percentage (68.1) and pass efficiency (153.2). Had a 21-5 career starting record.

Positives: Outstanding intangibles. Really studies the game. Terrific work ethic - self-made, a film junkie. Understands football concepts. Highly respected, competitive, a team leader. Takes great pride in his craft - football is very important to him. Mentally and physically tough - will stand in the pocket and take a hit. Emotional, take-charge leader with moxie.

Negatives: Too small. Tends to sling it sidearmed, and the ball does not jump out of his hands. Cannot generate velocity on the ball. Is easily tracked down in the pocket with marginal agility and can be rattled under pressure. Tends to spray the ball.

Summary: Gritty, small-framed, soft-armed overachiever with a first-round makeup and free-agent physical tools. Always could battle to hold a roster spot, but is the type of kid coaches will root for and can stick on the roster a long time.